Description:
The
progress of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as a clinical tool has
been extraordinary, out-stripping the rate of development of any other
imaging technique. There has been a huge increase in the practical
applications of MRI techniques and its uses look likely to extend even
further with the development of high speed gradients and pulse
sequences.
The Handbook of MRI Technique has proved highly successful in guiding
the uninitiated through scanning techniques and helping more
experienced technologists to improve image quality. The third edition
of this highly successful book has been fully revised and updated to
consider new technologies and developments essential to good practice.
The book is split into two parts. Part 1 considers the main aspects of
theory that relate to scanning and also includes practical tips on
gating, equipment use, patient care and safety, and information on
contrast media. Part 2 provides step by step instruction for examining
each anatomical area, beginning with a basic anatomy section, followed
by sections on indications, patient positioning, equipment, artefacts
and tips on optimizing image quality. A section of problem-solving
exercises completes the book.
Now in full color throughout with over 200 illustrations this book will
continue to appeal to radiographers new to MRI and regular users who
are looking for information on alternative techniques and suggestions
on protocol modifications.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1. How to use this book.
PART 1 Theoretical and practical concepts.
Chapter 2. Parameters and trade-offs.
Chapter 3. Pulse sequences.
Chapter 4. Flow phenomena and artefacts.
Chapter 5. Gating and respiratory compensation techniques.
Chapter 6. Patient care and safety.
Chapter 7. Contrast agents.
PART 2 Examination areas.
Chapter 8. Head and neck.
Chapter 9. Spine.
Chapter 10 Chest.
Chapter 11. Abdomen.
Chapter 12. Pelvis.
Chapter 13. Upper limb.
Chapter 14. Lower limb.
Chapter 15. Paediatric imaging
